Chapter 664

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

The Tai Yi Green Lotus Seat broke through the sea of clouds and landed steadily at the entrance to the Yunhua Realm.

Zhao Lie's mount, the massive Xuan Tan Black Tiger, immediately raised its front paw and pointed toward an independent palace not far away: "Ow~"

Xu Zhangqing nodded slightly: "Alright, I understand!"

Beneath his feet were soft clouds, and the surrounding air was fresh.

He walked straight over, and soon arrived at the palace gate.

Looking inside, he found three people had arrived early.

Seeing Xu Zhangqing arrive, their expressions varied.

Some looked surprised, some looked astonished, and others were expressionless.

"He... why is he here?"

"Spirit Field Grain Master Xu He manages the entire spirit field; he's definitely worth recruiting!"

"Farming, alchemy, artifact refining—all the good fellows are here!"

Xu Zhangqing felt these people were strangers; he had never met them.

But since they could cooperate with Zhao Lie, at worst they were elders of some Xianfeng, or perhaps like him, with special identities and statuses.

Of course, regardless of which, they now shared a common identity: they were cooperative partners of True Disciple Zhao Lie.

Of course, this behavior was rather risky.

Because Zhao Lie could only be considered half a member of the Dongting Immortal Sect, so he wouldn't be recognized by everyone, especially all the high levels of the Immortal Sect—this was obvious.

If Zhao Lie lost power one day, these cooperative partners would all suffer misfortune along with him.

However, Xu Zhangqing had an advantage these people didn't: he had a strong backer.

Grandmaster Mu was not only the Spirit Field Grain Master but also the Peak Master of Qingmu Peak.

Once he broke through to the Spirit Transformation stage, he would become one of the Immortal Sect's high levels.

That way, even if Xu Zhangqing was implicated by Zhao Lie, he could still be saved.

In contrast, these few people before him, if they had a choice, would never board Zhao Lie's "ship."

Afterward, he entered the palace interior, casually found a spot to sit down, and began waiting.

To the left was one person dressed in black tight clothes, with a stern face, and an aura around him condensed like iron.

To the right sat an elder dressed in a crimson Daoist Robe, with red hair and beard, eyes like torches.

Another person wore a moon-white long robe, holding a jade folding fan, with a rather scholarly demeanor.

After a while, an "Ow~" howl came from outside.

Immediately after, Zhao Lie, three meters tall, walked in step by step.

Xu Zhangqing and the others saw this and immediately stood up: "True Disciple Zhao!"

Zhao Lie swept a glance over the four, nodded slightly: "You are all your own people; there's no need to be polite with me here. Sit down."

Once everyone was seated, he introduced them one by one.

The one on the left was Elder Zhu Wuxiao of Jin Gang Peak, an Expert-level Smith.

The one on the right was Elder Yan Yang of Chi Huo Peak, a Senior Alchemist.

The remaining one was Elder Bai Mo of Hou Tu Peak, a Senior Array Master.

Zhao Lie then said to the three: "This is Spirit Field Grain Master Xu Zhangqing!"

Zhu Wuxiao's voice was loud like a bell: "If you need artifact refining in the future, just speak up!"

Yan Yang stroked his crimson beard and laughed heartily: "Grain Master Xu, though young, already has such identity, status, and cultivation; your future is limitless!"

Bai Mo cupped his hands: "For spiritual arrays, come find me!"

Xu Zhangqing smiled: "Mutual help and assistance!"

At this time, Zhao Lie personally brewed a pot of Cloud Mist Tea for everyone.

The tea soup was clear and bright, emitting a faint orchid fragrance.

Upon entry it was mellow; spiritual energy flowed along the throat into the Qi Sea, making one feel comfortable all over.

The few chatted casually, topics mostly revolving around the sect's recent situation and cultivation insights, the atmosphere growing increasingly harmonious.

Xu Zhangqing mostly listened quietly, occasionally interjecting a few sentences.

After about half an hour, a huge white crane flew over: "True Disciple Zhao, the spirit meal is ready; shall I serve it?"

Zhao Lie replied: "Serve it."

The next second, the white crane let out a loud cry: "Cry!"

Not long after, a white crane flew over.

In their beaks, they all held a lotus flower.

Once placed on the table and opened, they found they were all spirit meals.

They looked complete in color, fragrance, and taste, very tempting.

Xu Zhangqing narrowed his eyes to inspect them, silently thinking: "I don't recognize many of these."

These spirit meals were all for Golden Core and Nascent Soul cultivators to enjoy.

A plate of crystal clear Thousand Years Snow Lotus Fruit, the flesh plump, emitting a faint white light.

A bowl of Jiaolong Marrow Stewed Lingshen, the soup milky white, the mellowness of Jiaolong marrow and the fresh fragrance of thousand-year Lingshen intertwined; before even tasting, his magic power became active.

There was also Xuan Yu Gao Steamed Ling Fish; the Ling fish came from the Sect's Spirit Lake, a precious variety, with fresh and tender flesh, steamed with Xuan Yu Gao — not only delicious, but also able to slightly raise one's cultivation.

There was also a pot of Zui Xian Brew; the wine liquid was amber-colored, and the moment the lid was opened wine aroma and Spiritual Energy overflowed; drinking it increased Divine Sense strength, yet would not intoxicate.

Besides those there were also: Jin Chi Ling Pian, Ling Bao Braised Jade Fat, Ning Shui Ling Crystal Jelly, Yan Yang Ling Date Stewed Ling Egg, and so on — fully over twenty kinds.

Elder Yan Yang's face revealed a satisfied expression: "These Lingfan ingredients alone are worth a considerable sum, Zhao True Disciple, your generosity is not small!"

Zhao Lie gave a slight smile: "Merely some Spiritual Treasures, nothing worth mentioning.

Everyone eat freely, drink freely!"

During this, Zhu Wuxiao spoke of Artifact Refining techniques and methods.

Yan Yang shared Alchemy insights.

Bai Mo talked about interesting underground matters.

Xu Changqing also occasionally shared a few small tips on Lingti cultivation.

Everyone ate and chatted, the atmosphere growing increasingly lively.

Wine passed three rounds, dishes passed five flavors.

Zhao Lie put down his wine cup, his expression becoming solemn: "Today being able to advance to True Disciple, entirely relies on everyone's strong assistance.

I am not an ungrateful person; in the future within the Immortal Sect, if any of you have any difficulties, as long as it is within my power, I will absolutely not refuse!"

What everyone was waiting for was precisely this sentence and this Commitment.

Therefore, in their hearts they all breathed a sigh of relief.

Even the smiles on their faces were far more radiant than before.

Next, Zhao Lie's gaze swept across everyone, his tone sincere: "Within the Immortal Sect, though each peak has its own focus, in the end they are one body.

I hope that in the future we can support each other, jointly strive for the Immortal Sect's development, and also pave smooth paths for each of our own cultivation roads."

Zhu Wuxiao slapped the table: "Zhao True Disciple, these words I love to hear!"

Yan Yang also nodded: "Good, mutual help is the only way to last long!"

Bai Mo exclaimed in admiration: "Don't look at our few numbers, but each one is a formidable master!"

Xu Changqing nodded: "In the future, if there is need for cultivation, planting, or purchasing Rare Spirit Plants, I will surely give strong assistance."

Zhao Lie seeing this, a gratified smile appeared on his face: "With everyone's words, I am at ease.

Today I have prepared a modest gift, not worthy of respect, hope you will accept it with a smile."

Having spoken, he raised his hand and waved.

Four Jin Boxes appeared out of thin air, respectively flying to the front of the four people.

Xu Changqing received the Jin Box; it felt warm and smooth in hand; opening it to look, inside quietly lay a palm-sized mirror.

The mirror surface was not ordinary material, but made from Spirit Crystal fused with Thousand Years Wood Heart polished; the edge inlaid with a circle of tiny blue-green Spirit Pearls; the mirror back engraved with intricate "Lingxi Pattern" and "Celestial Pattern".

Between the patterns faintly blue-green flowing light turned, emitting pure Water Wood Spiritual Energy; one look and one knows it is absolutely no ordinary item!